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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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